joint resolution
noun
: a resolution passed by both houses of a legislative body that has the force of law when signed by or passed over the veto of the executive
Examples of joint resolution in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
Earlier this year, House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-MN) introduced a bill, dubbed the Sunset Act, that would require all major rules to expire 10 years after they are enacted unless approved by both chambers of Congress under a joint resolution.
—
Zach Halaschak, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 5 Sep. 2024
By taking advantage of options such as joint resolutions, recent presidents have overcome the restrictions imposed by subjecting a chief executive to Senate approval for his actions overseas.
—Sara Georgini, Smithsonian Magazine, 15 Aug. 2024
Why you should be concerned Two joint resolutions were introduced in Congress in 2024 (H.J.Res.139 and S.J.Res.91), as well as two bills (H.R. 7513 and S. 3410), to not only overturn the rule but to prevent any administration from ever developing any staffing standards.
—Melissa Batchelor and Diana J. Mason, STAT, 26 July 2024
The latter option could work within short notice, while a joint resolution could come up against problems when the Legislature doesn't have floor sessions.
—Rachel Hale, Journal Sentinel, 24 July 2024
See all Example Sentences for joint resolution 
Zach Halaschak, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 5 Sep. 2024
By taking advantage of options such as joint resolutions, recent presidents have overcome the restrictions imposed by subjecting a chief executive to Senate approval for his actions overseas.
—Sara Georgini, Smithsonian Magazine, 15 Aug. 2024
Why you should be concerned Two joint resolutions were introduced in Congress in 2024 (H.J.Res.139 and S.J.Res.91), as well as two bills (H.R. 7513 and S. 3410), to not only overturn the rule but to prevent any administration from ever developing any staffing standards.
—Melissa Batchelor and Diana J. Mason, STAT, 26 July 2024
The latter option could work within short notice, while a joint resolution could come up against problems when the Legislature doesn't have floor sessions.
—Rachel Hale, Journal Sentinel, 24 July 2024
See all Example Sentences for joint resolution
These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'joint resolution.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.
Dictionary Entries Near joint resolution
Cite this Entry
“Joint resolution.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/joint%20resolution. Accessed 22 Sep. 2024.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share